Around the arena, although the audience wasn’t as perceptive as the Third Hokage, they could still sense the massive chakra emanating from Yukigetsu. The realization quickly spread, and a burst of chatter exploded.
A chakra level of a genin! For most, this wouldn’t be surprising, but it was an astonishing feat considering Yukigetsu’s previous inability even to gather chakra!
“Kakashi, when did this child start extracting chakra?” The Third Hokage removed his pipe, asking the pivotal question.
Asuma and Kurenai also turned their curious gazes towards Kakashi.
“Ten days ago,” Kakashi replied, squinting slightly.
Asuma and Kurenai exchanged bewildered looks, struggling to find words to express their amazement.
“This child truly is a prodigy,” the Third Hokage said, his expression serious. His talent, potential, and mindset were all exceptional. The Third Hokage made a resolution—he couldn’t let Yukigetsu follow the path of Uchiha Itachi. The village couldn’t afford to lose another genius. In his old age, he decided to take one last gamble for the sake of Konoha.
On Hyuga Neji’s handsome face, there was no visible reaction. He simply watched Yukigetsu with a neutral gaze, hiding his thoughts.
Ample chakra flowed like a stream within Yukigetsu, swiftly moving through his pathways as he formed the hand seals, the chakra concentrated at his throat, a powerful wave taking shape like a tsunami.
Water Release: Water Formation Wall!
Like a highly condensed spear, a fierce torrent of water erupted, meeting the Great Fireball Technique head-on. Despite its immense pressure, Sasuke’s fireball, fueled by all his chakra, had the power of a B-rank technique. Meanwhile, Yukigetsu’s B-rank Water Formation Wall, though versatile and strong, could only manifest as a C-rank technique due to his limited chakra.
Boom!
With a violent explosion, the Water Formation Wall shattered, and the Great Fireball rapidly descended, engulfing Yukigetsu’s slender figure in blazing light.
The audience gasped in shock. Ino, Hinata, and Chōji stood up in surprise, while Shikamaru and Kakashi frowned in deep thought. The Third Hokage smiled faintly.
Step.
Sasuke landed, having executed a fluid series of attacks. Though he was exhausted, sweating heavily, his eyes shone with joy.
“I won…”
The audience stared wide-eyed, wondering if the match was truly over.
Poof.
A soft sound echoed.
“You lost…”
A cold voice came from behind, and Sasuke’s face froze as he felt a cold kunai against his neck. Without turning, he muttered, “So the one hit by the fireball wasn’t your real body.”
The stands fell silent, captivated by the sudden turn of events.
Just as everyone thought the match was over, a strange smile appeared on Sasuke’s face. “Too bad… this isn’t my real body either!”
Poof.
White smoke erupted, and a leaf fell behind Yukigetsu. He turned swiftly but was still a moment too late. A kunai aimed at his heart. As the audience held their breath, Yukigetsu’s faint smile appeared. “Did you think this was my real body?”
Sasuke’s heart sank, but he didn’t hesitate, stabbing through Yukigetsu’s body. His face twisted in surprise as it too, dissolved into white smoke.
Swish.
At that moment, Yukigetsu’s voice echoed, using the Body Flicker Technique: “You still lost…”
The audience, on the edge of their seats, stood up in excitement. In the arena, Yukigetsu stood with his left hand behind his back and his right finger gently tapping Sasuke’s forehead. Sasuke, frozen in disbelief, was speechless.
The entire venue was dead silent. Everyone was stunned by the spectacular turn of events, unsure if the match had truly ended or if another twist awaited.
Tap, tap, tap…
Breaking the silence, the steady footsteps of the Third Hokage drew everyone’s attention. Konoha’s leader approached, removed his pipe, and began to speak. “Many of you probably didn’t understand the last part…”
His opening words resonated with many, who nodded in agreement.
“First, Sasuke blocked all of Yukigetsu’s escape routes with his Great Fireball Technique, forcing a confrontation. Yukigetsu used the Water Formation Wall to defend but controlled his chakra precisely to block the fireball without injury, demonstrating exceptional chakra control,” explained the Third Hokage.
“Why didn’t he use more chakra to counterattack?” someone in the crowd asked.
The Third Hokage calmly continued, “Because he had only half of his chakra left, no more.”
The audience buzzed with realization.
“During their taijutsu exchange earlier, Yukigetsu used the Shadow Clone Technique secretly. Unlike Naruto, due to his limited chakra, he created only one clone, disguising it as a stone on the platform.”
As more people began to understand, the Third Hokage added, “Sasuke showed good combat sense, ensuring he had a backup plan even when victory seemed certain. The first figure to land was a clone, while his real body transformed into a leaf.”
“Wow!” the audience exclaimed.
“Unfortunately for Sasuke, he fell into Yukigetsu’s trap. When his real body emerged to destroy the clone, Yukigetsu simultaneously used the Body Flicker Technique to immobilize Sasuke.” The Third Hokage’s voice carried admiration.
A roar of amazement spread through the crowd, everyone discussing the exciting conclusion.
Sasuke had lost!
The spectators gazed at the pale, motionless Sasuke and the calm Yukigetsu, understanding the match’s final result.
“Our class leader won!”
“Great job, leader!”
“Haha, our class finally has a top graduate!”
Chōji and the others were initially stunned in Class B’s area, but joy and excitement soon overwhelmed them. Their cheers echoed loudly, drowning out Class A’s silence.
Even Sasuke had lost, marking Class B’s victory over Class A.
“Why aren’t they moving?” someone suddenly asked.
The Third Hokage noticed this, too, his brow furrowing in confusion.
Was the match truly over?
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